2026 Staff Handbook

5. Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) Inquiry cycle & meeting expectations

At The Lakes, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are the engine of school improvement. They provide the structure and focus for teams to collaborate deeply around data, evidence, and impact. Each PLC follows a clear inquiry cycle —

6. Moderation Protocol • Select work samples across achievement levels. • Apply rubric and annotate evidence. • Discuss and adjust judgments collaboratively.

7. PLC Protocol •

Review data during PLCs twice per year.

• Use growth data to inform curriculum adjustments. • Celebrate progress publicly in team meetings.

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